Fullerton, CA
$550,000

Fullerton, CA
$550,000

California
$42,000,000
Elk Grove, CA
$215,000

Sacramento County, CA
$175,000
Los Angeles County, CA
$732,000
San Bernardino County, CA
$3,600,000
West Hollywood, CA
$330,000
San Francisco County, CA
$145,000
Santa Monica, CA
$325,000
San Jose, CA
$115,000
Available in California
$150,000
San Diego, CA
$1,750,000
Los Angeles County, CA
$25,000
Contra Costa County, CA
$169,000
Carson, CA
$995,000
Newark, CA
$893,000
Moe Bousaid
First Choice Business Brokers
Serving Orange County, CA
Since 1994 First Choice Business Brokers Las Vegas has created successful Business Sale Transactions by: - A consultive approach with both Buyer and Seller from valuation through transfer of ownership, always creating a win-win outcome. - Negotiating between Buyer and Seller by keeping their end goal in mind which is a smooth transition of ownership with terms that are acceptable to both. - Facilitating the sale by being a conduit of information between Buyer and Seller. - Navigating the process between Buyer, Seller, Closing Entity and Lenders. We listen, apply our knowledge, and prioritize your needs. From inquiry to close we are committed to confidentially serving our clients. If you're looking to buy or sell a business, don't settle for anything less than our professional, experienced business intermediaries. Business owners, when it is time to reap the rewards of your years of hard work, plan to enhance your business' value with effective pre-sale planning , market positioning and optimized deal structure. Your approach to selling your business will determine your legacy. Our passionate team of professionals and our comprehensive processes will get the job done.
San Diego County, CA
$800,000
Roseville, CA
$199,000
Los Angeles County, CA
$299,000
Orange County, CA
$650,000
Available Nationwide
$100,000
Irvine, CA
$650,000
Ventura County, CA
$700,000
Irvine, CA
$175,000
Sun Valley, CA
$1,650,000
San Rafael, CA
$149,000
Chino, CA
$1,270,000
Los Angeles, CA
$645,000
San Diego County, CA
$525,000
Arcadia, CA
$143,000
Available Nationwide
$50,000
Alameda County, CA
$175,000
Eagle Rock, CA
$670,000
Los Angeles, CA
$770,000
San Diego, CA
$149,999
Available in California
$100,000
Orange County, CA
$695,000
Shasta County, CA
$1,000,000
Santa Monica, CA
$249,000
Newhall, CA
$100,000
Los Angeles, CA
$598,000
Encino, CA
$99,000
California
$500,000
San Luis Obispo County, CA
$235,000
Riaz Chauthani
Dry Cleaning Business Brokerage
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
Alameda County, CA
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $200,000
Available in California
$100,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Los Angeles County, CA
$7,500,000
Northridge, CA
$7,500,000
California
Not Disclosed
EBITDA: $775,000
California
$995,000
For those in the market to buy or sell a service business in California, it’s crucial to gain an understanding of how the market values these businesses, and what average financial performance looks like. To that end, we have aggregated listings data to surface current valuation multiples and typical financials of California service businesses.
Market Overview
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Number of Businesses Analyzed |
423 |
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Median Asking Price |
$322,500 |
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Median Reported Revenue |
$400,000 |
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Median Reported Earnings |
$136,896 |
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Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
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California Service Business Valuation Multiples
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Range |
Revenue |
Earnings (SDE) |
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Lower Quartile |
0.52 |
1.76 |
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Median |
0.80 |
2.58 |
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Upper Quartile |
1.18 |
3.47 |
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Revenue and earnings multiples based on reported revenue, seller's discretionary earnings, and asking price. |
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Read the Report:
Service Business Valuation Multiples & Financial Benchmarks
FAQs
How much does it cost to buy a service business in California?
Prices vary depending on sales volume and financial performance, but the median asking price for a service business in California is approximately $322,500.
How much do service business owners earn?
These businesses vary in sales volume, but California service business owners report median annual sales of $400,000 and annual owner earnings of $136,896. These figures are based on businesses that have listed their annual revenue and seller's discretionary earnings.
How do I value a service business?
Valuing a service business involves considering several factors, including annual revenue, profit, owner earnings, growth (or decline) trends, and historical stability. Brokers, business owners, and business buyers will typically rely on valuation multiples to gauge business value relative to similar businesses in the market. Revenue multiples of service businesses in California range from 0.52 to 1.18, with the median at 0.80. Earnings multiples range from 1.76 to 3.47, with the median at 2.58. These values indicate that a typical service business in California may sell for around 0.80 times its annual revenue, and 2.58 times its annual owner’s earnings.
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